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UOD 551R

1989 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,970 mi
Last recorded42,970 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Beetle44,131 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUOD 551R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 42,970 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 42,970 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 42,969 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Jun 2016 42,969 miles

Oil leak

Fail 13 Jun 2016 42,969 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2015 42,969 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 42,970 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 42,969 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 42,969 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2011 42,969 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 42,969 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 42,969 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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UOD 551R is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 44,131 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UOD 551R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 37 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UOD 551R registered?

UOD 551R is a 1989 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 August 1989.

Is UOD 551R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UOD 551R shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UOD 551R have outstanding finance?

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